Review

"The nearly sold out crowd at the Creamery Theatre ate up this deliciously funny musical with a spoon and so did we. Though it’s sweeter than cherry fluff, I can’t help but love the Church Basement Ladies especially because this light-hearted comedy provides the perfect vehicle for the satisfyingly funny antics of stars Kay Francis, Sean McCall, Carrie SaLoutos and Nikki Savitt. These four hugely talented comedians have made every single one of the OCTC’s CBLs a sheer delight." —Emilie Hoppe with the Amana Bulletin

REVIEW

"As evident from the title, men whom we’ve heard about in earlier episodes make an appearance. Their inclusion gives rise to differences of opinion as the town is preparing for its Diamond Jubilee. The play, set in Minnesota, summer of 1964, is authentically staged and costumed for the time period. It’s entertaining and funny, yet poignant, as the characters encounter the stress of preparing for a town milestone event while also undergoing difficult, interpersonal changes." —Evelyn Moore with Brown Deer Living Magazine

The Church Basement Ladies in Rise Up, O Men

October 12 - November 12, 2017

Many performances are already sold out! We've added two special Saturday matinees, October 21 at 2:00pm and October 28 at 2:00pm to accommodate demand to see this wonderful show!

Written by Greta Grosch; Music by Dennis Curley; Lyrics by Dennis Curley, Greta Grosch; Additional Material by Graydon Royce; Inspired by the books of Janet Letnes Martin and Suzann Nelson including the best-seller Growing Up Lutheran.

This latest addition to the Church Basement Ladies series, Rise Up, O Men, is a brand new musical comedy introducing the men of the church right alongside your favorite ladies from the basement. As these hard-working farmers discuss “man stuff,” they unintentionally disrupt the order of the kitchen. But that’s what happens when you let the rooster in the hen house. Will you have fun? You betcha!

Tickets are $31 for adults and $19.50 for students, with a $12 special student rush rate for students purchasing their tickets 30 minutes before the performance begins. The Church Basement Ladies in Rise Up, O Men is Rated G. Sponsor: John and Peg Slusher. Media Sponsor: Mature Focus Magazine.